[SMM Analysis][China exported 5,673 mt of lithium hydroxide in August, a notable month-on-month increase]

Published: Sep 29, 2025 19:51

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[China exported 5,673 mt of lithium hydroxide in August, a notable month-on-month increase]

According to customs data, China exported 5,673 metric tons of lithium hydroxide in August 2025, marking a 355% month-over-month increase and a 46% year-over-year decline.

By destination, South Korea and Japan together accounted for 68% of total exports:

South Korea: 2,933 mt, up 250% MoM, down 59% YoY
Japan: 897 mt, up 240% MoM, down 70% YoY

Additionally, China imported 1,224 mt of lithium hydroxide in August, showing a significant month-over-month increase.

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